Earlier this week, the Chicago Cubs made their second major trade with the Houston Astros, acquiring closer Ryan Pressly after bringing in Kyle Tucker earlier this winter. Pressly is a welcome addition to a Cubs bullpen that had issues in closing games during 2024. Now, Chicago could explore the free-agent market to find another reliable arm or two to complement Pressly. FanSided’s Michael Brakebill recently predicted the Cubs would sign 39-year-old veteran David Robertson in free agency. Robertson is expected to sign for $7 million, according to Spotrac. “David Robertson is my favorite name on this list,” Brakebill noted. “A former Cub who had solid numbers with the team, Robertson posted a 2.23 ERA with 14 saves in 2022. Since then, he has a 3.01 ERA in 137.1 innings over 2023 and 2024. Although Robertson is entering his 40s, he still seems to have plenty left and should easily find a contract with a major league team this winter. With the Cubs having $13 million left before reaching their $220 million offseason cap, Robertson’s contract fits their budget perfectly.”
If the Cubs are in search of a dependable veteran with a proven ability to succeed, Robertson could be the perfect fit. Over the past three seasons, he has posted ERA+ marks of 132, 145, and 173. With plenty left in the tank, Robertson could likely be brought back to Chicago for under $10 million.
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